MAGIC ACTS A huge variety of magic acts are available on request. Listed below are two popular stage illusions... SUBSTITUTION ILLUSION In the tradition of Houdini himself, this famous magical illusion is recreated. The magician is handcuffed by a member of the audience, tied into a bag, and locked into a trunk. 1…2…3… and the magician has magically changed places with his assistant before your very eyes.